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Senator David McCormick Visits Allegheny College’s Innovation Facilities

Allegheny College welcomed Senator David McCormick to campus on Monday, December 15, for a focused visit highlighting the College’s expanding role in regional workforce development, innovation, and industry partnership.

Krone Adrienne

Alternative Food Movements and Religious Life in the United States

Adrienne Krone, associate professor of environmental science and sustainability, recently wrote Free-Range Religion: Alternative Food Movements and Religious Life in the United States.

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Allegheny College Announces Appointment of Celia Cook-Huffman, Ph.D., as Provost and Dean of the Faculty

Allegheny College is pleased to announce the appointment of Celia Cook-Huffman, Ph.D., a seasoned academic leader and nationally respected scholar-practitioner in peace and conflict studies, as its next Provost and Dean of the Faculty.

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Reading the Bite: Lisa Whitenack Advances Shark Science at Allegheny College

Ask Lisa Whitenack what she studies, and you’ll get an answer that’s part biology, part detective work, and just a little daring. Whitenack built her career around a deceptively simple question: What can a bite tell us about the shark that made it?

Chris Shaffer and Patrick Sharp assessing trees at Diamond Park in Meadville, PA

One Year After $15 Million Endowment, Allegheny College’s Community Impact Hub Demonstrates Powerful Results for Students and the Region

One year after receiving a transformational $15 million endowment, Allegheny College’s Community Impact Hub (CIH or The Hub) is delivering strong, measurable impact, both for Crawford County communities and for Allegheny students gaining real-world experience through hands-on, community-engaged learning.

Allegheny Women’s Flag Football Joins New York Jets-Sponsored ECAC League

The Allegheny College women’s flag football team will compete in a newly-formed league sponsored by the Eastern College Athletic Conference, the New York Jets, and the Betty Wold Johnson Foundation.

Liana Leja ’17

Allegheny College Graduate Finds Calling In Healthcare After Winning The Zingale Big Idea Competition

Liana Leja ’17 never imagined that her research skills and entrepreneurial drive at Allegheny College would culminate in a healthcare career — today she serves as a nurse practitioner at the Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute.

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Heather Amancio ’23

Allegheny Graduate Is On A Mission To Make Museums More Accessible, Engaging, & Inclusive At The San Diego History Center

Heather Amancio ’23 credits her unusual combinations for preparing her for a career in bringing historical sites to life.

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People & Places: October-November 2025

People & Places, emailed during the academic year to the campus community, reports on the professional activities of members of the college community and highlights student achievements.